1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 321 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 212 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 50 L |
